VIRTUALIZATION 101. WHAT IS IT?
Virtualization 101 means creating a virtual version of IT assets. Virtualization uses software to simulate the existence of hardware and create a virtual computer system. It enables multiple virtual machines to run on a single piece of hardware.
WHAT CAN BE VIRTUALIZED?
Networks, servers, applications, computers, and storage devices are just a few of the technologies that can be virtualized. Here are examples of how your workplace can benefit from virtualizing:
- Application virtualization allows multiple copies of an application to be distributed from a single physical server
- Desktop virtualization enables several desktop machines to run on one physical server
- Server virtualization allows numerous virtual machines to run on a single physical server
HOW CAN VIRTUALIZATION BENEFIT MY BUSINESS?
Virtualizing enables IT assets to run at peak performance at a lesser cost.
Virtualization reduces capital expenditure on physical hardware. The solution allows companies to use virtual infrastructure, rather than physical hardware, to run software. Consolidating resources means less hardware is required and assets are fully utilized.
Virtualization cost savings also come from its ability to reduce operating costs associated with data center storage space, power, heating, and cooling that are essential in keeping hardware running optimally.
In addition to enhancing cash flow, one of the most sought-after reasons for virtualizing IT infrastructure is avoiding downtime. Consolidating computing resources means if one IT asset fails, there’s a backing of technology ready to act as failover support. With high availability, businesses save on time and funds required to bring operations back up to speed.
SYSGEN VIRTUALIZATION SERVICES
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